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• Monsoonal storms & not as hot

  27-06-2024 20:28 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Early-morning showers and thunderstorms are starting to re-fire off in southern and eastern areas of New Mexico, as well as parts of Southwest Colorado. Cloud cover is keeping temperatures from rising as much as yesterday, but early-afternoon temperatures are still rising nonetheless into the 70's, 80's, and lower 90's for most. With the seasonably warm air with dew-point temperatures in the 50's and 60's, there's plenty of low-level moisture beneath the clouds, so
  
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• Albuquerque Fire Rescue talks about flooding in Metro

  30-06-2024 18:29 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Sunday, authorities are going to speak about flash flooding.
  Bernalillo County experienced power outages and severe flash flooding on Saturday evening. Along with standing water on major roads, rescues were also reported.
  Around 10:30 a.m., Albuquerque Fire Rescue and the mayor are holding a press conference to discuss the weather events.
  
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• 'Minimal' fire activity in Ruidoso; flooding remains concern

  30-06-2024 18:23 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- New Mexico fire officials report "minimal" fire activity and continue to report progress in containing two large wildfires that have ravaged the Ruidoso and Mescalero Apache areas this month.The Salt Fire is now 84 percent contained, and the South Fork Fire is 79 percent contained, the New Mexico Forestry Division reported on Sunday, June 30.Evacuation order remains in effect for part of Ruidoso after flooding
  The two fires have burned more than 25,000 acres -- South For
  
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• Evacuation order remains in effect for part of Ruidoso after flooding

  30-06-2024 17:33 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The evacuation order for the Upper Canyon area of Ruidoso remains in effect after Saturday's flooding, the Village of Ruidoso said in a Facebook update on Sunday, June 30."It is important to understand that many hazards exist including debris in the roadway, heavy mud, and unstable trees," the Village said in its update.Some Ruidoso residents evacuating because of flooding
  "The Upper Canyon bridge structures are intact, and crews will begin repairing the bridge guardrail
  
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• Severe weather hits urban New Mexico

  30-06-2024 06:49 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Dangerous weather has been impacting The Metro, as well as other areas in The Rio Grande River Valley. Active weather in the form of flooding thunderstorms, with a few of them severe, have been roaring through with high winds. Additionally, temperatures have taken a dive in areas that have rained.
  Earlier today, parts of the South Fork burn-scar received at least a few inches of rain with flash flooding in and around the Ruidoso area. Now, a few of the storms have
  
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• Interactive map allows Ruidoso evacuees to check on homes

  30-06-2024 06:17 via krqe.com
  
  RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – Ruidoso wildfire evacuees have a new way to check on their homes using the web. The Village of Ruidoso and county officials have launched an interactive map that allows people to see images of their property. "This link gives them the opportunity to kind of get a heads-up idea of what they're coming back to or not coming back to," stated Lincoln County Emergency Management Specialist Michael Scales.     After the South Fork and Salt Fire
  
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• Albuquerque police investigate shooting; 1 injured

  30-06-2024 06:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Authorities are looking into a shooting. It injured one person, they said.
  Albuquerque Police Department said they were called to Central Avenue and Elizabeth Street NE for a reported shooting around 7 p.m. One man was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.
  If more information is released, it will be added to this article.
  
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• International Mud Day celebrations bring family fun to Albuquerque

  30-06-2024 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Mud: It's something kiddos can't resist playing in, but it is also necessary for plants, crops, and other vital agriculture to thrive.Albuquerque's Open Space Division celebrated International Mud Day in northwest Albuquerque near Coors Boulevard. Fundraiser aims to help 121-year-old Albuquerque building stay structurally secureThe worldwide celebration aims to bring awareness to the nurturing and healing power of mud.If you're kiddos missed out this year, n
  
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• Alumnus, family donates millions to Eastern New Mexico University

  30-06-2024 05:50 via krqe.com
  
  PORTALES, N.M. (KRQE) – Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) has received the largest financial gift in the university's history.ENMU Alumnus, former Greyhound football captain, and ENMU Hall of Honors recipient Steve Loy and his family are donating $2.5 million to the ENMU Foundation to support student-athletes and athletics."We are honored by the generosity of Steve and Linda Loy," said ENMU Chancellor James Johnston. "Their significant gift allows us to move forward with initi
  
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• United picks up chaotic win in San Antonio

  30-06-2024 05:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico United looked to end its road struggles on Saturday night in San Antonio. It wasn't the cleaning game by any means, however the black and yellow still found a way to come out with a 3-2 win.Prior to the match, United stressed the emphasis on starting fast. New Mexico did just that, as a cross from Avionne Flanagan in the second minute deflected off a SAFC defender for an own goal and a 1-0 United lead.Late in the first half, New Mexico suffered fi
  
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• Flash floods cancel horse races at Ruidoso Downs

  30-06-2024 05:23 via krqe.com
  
  RUIDOSO DOWNS, New Mexico (KSTM) -- Flash flooding in Ruidoso put a halt to the Rainbow Futurity horserace trials on Saturday, June 28.
  Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino canceled the final two scheduled races after the track was overcome with floodwater.The racetrack reopened on Friday, June 28, with 17 races. Saturday was supposed to have the same amount but severe weather interrupted those plans. Racetrack crews were working to clean the track once the rain stopped,to move forward with the 1
  
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• Bernalillo County hit with flooding from intense rains, power outages

  30-06-2024 04:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is experiencing severe weather events on Saturday night.Bernalillo County is under a Flash Flood Warning until 11:15 p.m., and authorities have closed parts of Downtown Albuquerque due to the standing water. Area of Ruidoso under evacuation for floodingAlbuquerque Fire Rescue said they have multiple calls for flood channel rescue and water emergencies.
  According to the PNM outage map, more than 20,000 people in Albuquerque are without power
  
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• Bernalillo County hit with flooding from intense rains

  30-06-2024 04:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is under multiple weather warnings on Saturday evening.
  Until 9 p.m., Bernalillo County is in a Severe Thunderstorm Warning. There is also a Flash Flood Warning issued until 11:15 p.m.
  Albuquerque Fire Rescue said they have multiple calls for flood channel rescue and water emergencies.Area of Ruidoso under evacuation for floodingWestside Albuquerque on June 29, 2024 | Photo from video by Marcos Trevino
  Clouds in SE Albuquerque on June 29 |
  
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• Bernalillo County hit with Flash Flood, Severe Thunderstorm warnings

  30-06-2024 04:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is under multiple weather warnings on Saturday evening.
  Until 9 p.m., Bernalillo County is in a Severe Thunderstorm Warning. There is also a Flash Flood Warning issued until 11:15 p.m.Area of Ruidoso under evacuation for floodingVisit the National Weather Service's website to keep up to date on weather notices.To see the forecast on our website, click here.
  
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• Some Ruidoso residents evacuating because of flooding

  30-06-2024 04:11 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Some Ruidoso residents are having to evacuate because of flooding, the Village of Ruidoso said on its Facebook page on Saturday afternoon, June 28.Photos by Andra Litton - KTSMThe Rio Ruidoso is experiencing flooding, the Village said, and residents in "close proximity" to the river are being asked to to move to higher ground.A flash flooding warning for the Ruidoso area is in effect until 8:30 p.m. Saturday, the Village said. Ruidoso fires now 77% contained; all zones n
  
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• Fundraiser aims to help 121-year-old Albuquerque building stay structurally secure

  30-06-2024 02:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One of the oldest buildings in the Duke City is turning 121-years old. What makes something so old and not so well-known so important?“Just so many great things have happened here. So, I think that's really important to preserve that, to preserve the space, and make sure it's there for future generations,” said Arlene Burson, one of the directors of the Whittlesey House Preservation Foundation. Syringes in the streets: Who cleans them up in Albuq
  
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• BCSO: Couple faces abuse charges after 1-year-old suffers injuries

  30-06-2024 02:21 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) -- A couple is facing child abuse charges after Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office personnel responded to reports of a one-year-old having serious injuries.Back on April 20, Bernalillo County deputies were called to UNMH after doctors reported a 13-month-old having fractures to her arms, legs, foot, and several ribs.The child's mother, Alexis Bernal, said the injuries were from the baby's leg getting stuck in a baby carrier, but doctors claimed her injuries we
  
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• Rainier, cooler, and windier weather arrives

  30-06-2024 02:20 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Active weather in the form of flooding thunderstorms, with a few of them severe, have been firing off for many across the region. Additionally,temperatures have been taking a dive for some.
  Parts of the South Fork burn-scar received at least an inch or two of rain with flash flooding in and around the Ruidoso area. A few of the storms have been even producing some potentially damaging hail around parts of the Rio Grande River Valley as most of the storms are moving
  
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• Rainier, cooler, & windier

  30-06-2024 02:20 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Active weather in the form of flooding thunderstorms, with a few of them severe, have been firing off for many across the region as temperatures have been taking a dive for some. Parts of The South Fork burn-scar received at least an inch or two of rain with flash flooding in and around The Ruidoso area. A few of the storms have been even producing some potentially-damaging hail around parts of The Rio Grande River Valley as most of the storms are moving relatively
  
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• Ruidoso road closures established during Flash Floods

  29-06-2024 23:59 via krqe.com
  
  RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – Because of the weather, a portion of Ruidoso is being evacuated on Saturday.Residents in the Upper Canyon Area are being asked to evacuate due to "unstable soil and life-threatening flood waters." Residents who live close to the river are asked to leave for higher ground as well.Sandbag-filling volunteers needed in San Miguel CountyAn evacuation shelter can be found at the White Mountain Relief Center (White Mountain Sports Complex at 687 Hull Road).Multipl
  
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• Area of Ruidoso under evacuation for flooding

  29-06-2024 23:59 via krqe.com
  
  RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – Because of weather, a part of Ruidoso is being evacuated on Saturday.Residents in the Upper Canyon Area are being asked to evacuate due to "unstable soil and life-threatening flood waters." Residents that live close to the river are asked to leave for higher ground as well.
  An evacuation shelter can be found at the White Mountain Relief Center (White Mountain Sports Complex at 687 Hull Road).Recently, wildfires have impacted Lincoln County, including Ruidos
  
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• Sandbag-filling volunteers needed in San Miguel County

  29-06-2024 21:58 via krqe.com
  
  SAN MIGUEL COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Officials are looking for volunteers to fill sandbags after flooding in San Miguel County, New Mexico.
  San Miguel County and the City of Las Vegas are asking for help filling sandbags as the state doesn't have enough to distribute in the communities experiencing flash flooding.
  "Demand is exceeding production, and time is of the essence. We need to keep pushing forward," stated a release from the City of Las Vegas.Water conservation, unemployment cases
  
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• Ruidoso fires now 77% contained; all zones now open to residents

  29-06-2024 17:40 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The South Fork and Salt fires are both 77 percent contained, and all zones are now open to residents in the Ruidoso area, according to the New Mexico Forestry Division on Saturday, June 29.Fire crews are remaining vigilant and are on the lookout for hot spots, according to the Forestry Division.As of Saturday, both fires have combined to burn more than 25,000 acres across private, public and tribal lands (South Fork -- 17,569; Salt - 7,939).Both fires started on June 17
  
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• Family asks for help after their loved one was killed in Albuquerque hit-and-run

  29-06-2024 06:26 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Less than two weeks after a deadly hit and run in Albuquerque, the loved ones of the victim gathered to remember her Friday night. They hope someone in the community knows what happened.Story continues below
  News: Woman charged with armed robberies in Albuquerque racks up more chargesNM Film: Netflix unveils expanded studio space in AlbuquerqueWildfire: Latest on South Fork Fire near Ruidoso
  The loved ones of 35-year-old Jeneva Salazar said she was a lo
  
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• Albuquerque police arrest 3 men on child pornography charges

  29-06-2024 06:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  The Albuquerque Police Department's Child Exploitation Unit has arrested three people during Operation Phoenix. APD said the operation led to four search warrants and three felony arrests. APD: 45-year-old faces charges for deadly May shootingPolice received an anonymous tip about student doctor Kevin Weiss suggesting he was involved in sexual activities including children. Upon investigation, police said they found "substantial evidence" of Weiss poss
  
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• Animal Humane of New Mexico opening pet resource center and closing dog boarding center

  29-06-2024 05:53 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Animal Humane New Mexico announced they are shifting their focus to open a pet resource center and closing their dog boarding school. Animal Humane's Board of Directors said they voted unanimously to reimagine the boarding center to better support pet owners and pets who are at risk of being surrendered. Muralists unveil artwork showcasing Indigenous resilienceOfficials said the center will expand current services like the pet food pantry, behavior helpline,
  
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• Muralists unveil artwork showcasing Indigenous resilience

  29-06-2024 05:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Two Albuquerque-based indigenous artists unveiled their massive mural depicting pueblo empowerment. The newest mural at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is a seven-panel mural titled "Poeh Ah Ka Wohatsey: The Emergency Teachings of Resilience." Creative Youth Corps hosting visual and performing arts eventThe two Indigenous artists said their artwork focuses on Pueblo empowerment of the past, present, and future and this particular piece is a visual sto
  
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• Chase Silseth grinding through rehab process

  29-06-2024 04:48 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Piedra Vista High School graduate and current Los Angeles Angels pitcher Chase Silseth is in Albuquerque this week on a rehab assignment with the Salt Lake Bees.This is some of the first action Silseth has seen on the mound this season. He suffered an elbow injury during his second start of the season with the Angels and he says he is close to making a full recovery."Going through rehab is tough," said Silseth. "Coming back, you're going to go through a lot
  
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• Crews work to restore natural gas systems in the Ruidoso area

  29-06-2024 04:45 via krqe.com
  
  RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – Ruidoso officials said Zia Natural Gas crews are trying to repressurize systems in the area. The company said someone must be home to restore gas to a building and they will leave a tag with their number on the door if no one is home. You can also call Zia Natural Gas at 575-378-4277.The village and company say not to cut the lock and turn on the gas meter as it could be dangerous.Wildfire ResourcesHere’s how to donate to victims of fires in Ruidoso areaLa
  
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• Crews work to restore natural gas system in the Ruidoso area

  29-06-2024 04:45 via krqe.com
  
  RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – Ruidoso officials said Zia Natural Gas crews are trying to repressurize systems in the area. The company said someone must be home to restore gas to a building and they will leave a tag with their number on the door if no one is home. You can also call Zia Natural Gas at 575-378-4277.The village and company say not to cut the lock and turn on the gas meter as it could be dangerous.Wildfire ResourcesHere’s how to donate to victims of fires in Ruidoso areaLa
  
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